Gratitude is the heart of the holidays
Author Deepak Chopra, M.D., says practicing gratitude is a way to counteract stress and stay healthy. Taking life one day at a time can help. Here are some ways to practice gratitude: Keep a gratitude journal. Write down what makes you grateful. We often dwell on losses or unfulfilled wishes rather than the many reasons…
For the holiday season, consider AgeSpan
Your generosity is needed now more than ever. With your support, people across the Merrimack Valley and North Shore will have nutritious food, rides to medical appointments, and a safe place to live.
OTC hearing aids can be a game-changer for those with hearing loss
Nov 7, 2022 I Ask Joan – Weekly Q and A Column Question: I think my husband has been experiencing some hearing loss over the last year. He often turns the TV up very loud and regularly asks others to repeat what they have said to him. He’s thought about hearing aids but has been…
Caring for those who help during National Family Caregivers Month
AgeSpan’s Family Caregiver Support Program offers caregivers counseling and advice, respite care scholarships, habilitation therapy, grandparent campership scholarships, family meeting facilitation, Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias education and support, and relaxation events.
Energy assistance programs available to help
Looking for energy assistance programs? You may be able to find help through the Home Energy Assistance Program (the federal Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program — LIHEAP).
The Mobile Market offers food to those in need
We are pleased to announce that our new initiative, the AgeSpan Mobile Market, is a marked success, offering free food to anyone in need in our service area on the third Tuesday of each month. We welcomed more than 100 people to our last event. The next Mobile Market will be held on Tuesday, October…
Looking for more geriatric support services coordinators
We know some adults aged 65 and older may find themselves in situations that require extra assistance to ensure they have a safe, supportive environment to call home. Senior Care Options is one of our managed care offerings that helps people who qualify for Medicare. It is a voluntary Medicare Advantage health plan that combines…
Older adults returning to work after retirement
Question: When I retired from my demanding but rewarding job, I felt like I was on top of the world. I’m a 68-year-old widow and was sure I needed a rest. But now I’m itching to get back to work, just not to my former position or employer. Do you have any advice for older job…
Find help with food expenses
Question: I am a retired widower in my 70s and have noticed the price of food going up every time I shop. I’m worried that my grocery expenses are outpacing my monthly income, which is mostly a Social Security check plus interest from a small savings account. Is there any way I can get some help…
Help reduce the risk of falling
This is Falls Prevention Awareness Week, and it’s a great time to discover everyone’s role in falls prevention. Here are some suggestions from the National Council on Aging (NCOA) on how we can all work together to reduce the risk of falling: An occupational therapist can ensure your assistive devices fit your needs and provide…
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